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NFL teams compete for the top draft pick in 2027

CBS NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 12:23 PM

Last updated Sep 8, 2026

NFL teams compete for the top draft pick in 2027
Summary

The race for the No. 1 overall pick in the 2027 NFL Draft is shaping up as several teams navigate rebuilding seasons. The Dolphins face a challenging schedule with a young roster while the Jets look to improve upon a three-win campaign from 2025. In the NFC, the Cardinals continue to struggle with roster depth relative to their division, and the Browns are preparing for a potential drop-off following the departure of Myles Garrett. Securing the top selection is viewed as a significant opportunity to acquire a high-end quarterback from a highly regarded draft class. While each organization aims for on-field improvement, current personnel gaps across these five rosters suggest a difficult path to success in the upcoming season.

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  • •The Dolphins feature the league's youngest roster and face a demanding schedule.
  • •The Jets continue to evaluate the coaching status of Aaron Glenn following a three-win season.
  • •The Cardinals maintain high expectations for skill players despite lacking overall roster depth.
  • •The Browns face defensive regression after losing Myles Garrett.
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  • 12:23 PMCBS NFL — Predicting the race for the No. 1 pick in the 2027 NFL Draft: Dolphins, Jets among five contenders
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Securing the No. 1 pick requires enduring a miserable season, but the reward could be a franchise-changing quarterback from the 2027 draft class

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